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The 2012 is fresher than last year with less asparagus, more grapefruit and gooseberry aromas and flavours. Crisp, fresh and bright with lemon and grass highlights and a dry finish: it is all it should be for the price. Good value.

An easy-drinking commercial version of this variety with a fair whack of residual sugar. The aromas and flavours are a mix of citrus, grass, pink grapefruit with red apple and just a hint of dried herbs. More picnic style. Try this with a goat cheese salad.

La Fiole has a storied history in Canadian monopoly’s stores and at times it seems as if it was the only Châteauneuf-du-Pape in the country. This simple Cotes du Rhone rides the La Fiole wave right down to the crooked neck bottle. Look for a soft simple red with sweet red fruits and milk chocolate notes with a modicum of spice and earth. Ready to drink with lighter meat and chicken dishes

Cline Ancient Vines Mourvèdre 2010, Contra Costa, Calif.

Price: $26 | Score 88/100

UPC: 98652600020

This excellent Ancient Vines series features Rhone varietals such as this Mourvèdre or Mataro. Look for a ripe, lifted, fruity nose of blueberries and pepper. The palate is super smooth and glossy with sweet blueberry meaty fruit dusted with chocolate and pepper. Rich hedonistic and ripe, this wine will appeal to a wide audience.

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